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Weslaco approves first reading of voluntary curbside recycling pilot with $5 bin fee

Weslaco City Commission · December 17, 2024
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Summary

The City Commission approved first reading of a draft ordinance to launch a voluntary curbside recycling pilot — $5 per bin, twice‑monthly pickup, graduated violations — and directed staff to return with fee comparisons and an interlocal agreement with McAllen.

The Weslaco City Commission on Dec. 17 approved the first reading of a draft ordinance to establish a voluntary curbside recycling program.

Under the draft, residents may opt into the program for a $5 per‑bin fee; curbside collection would occur twice monthly. The draft includes a graduated enforcement scheme…

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